Refrigeration Engineer

Westermeyer Industries, Inc.; Bluffs (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Company-provided life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Westermeyer Industries, Inc. is seeking a Refrigeration Engineer in Bluffs, Illinois. The successful candidate will design, build, test, and maintain cutting-edge cooling systems as part of an exciting new facility.

The role demands a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a robust 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of engineering experience required.

Responsibilities

• Design complex refrigeration and cooling systems to meet customer needs.
• Coordinate the transportation of systems.
• Maintain systems and components.
• Test and repair machinery.
• Diagnose system issues.
• Ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Knowledge of Transcritical CO2 systems.
• Oversee multiple installation projects.

Skills

Engineering and technology knowledge

Production and processing knowledge

Computers and electronics knowledge

Mathematics understanding

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a Refrigeration Engineer with a high level of technical expertise and an innate passion to build. The Refrigeration Engineer will play a critical role in designing, building, testing, and maintaining cooling systems.

Westermeyer Industries is excited to share the new career opportunities that are coming as we complete our new world‑class facility. We are making a bold investment in the future with all new equipment and exciting career opportunities. Join our team and grow with us!

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Westermeyer Industries designs, manufactures, and distributes high‑quality components and accessories for the refrigeration and air‑conditioning industries. Products include pressure vessels such as oil separators, receivers, accumulators, oil filters, condensers, and evaporators, as well as level and pressure detection devices and a range of replacement parts. More than a supplier, Westermeyer Industries is dedicated to engineering creativity and design ingenuity, offering catalog products and custom solutions alike.

DIVISION / DEPARTMENT

Engineering

TYPE OF POSITION

Full Time
$50,000-$100,000

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & FUNCTIONS

• Designing complex refrigeration and cooling systems to meet customer needs
• Coordinating the transportation of systems
• Maintaining systems and components
• Testing and repairing machinery
• Diagnosing system issues or problemsli>
• Ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards and regulations
• Knowledge of Transcritical CO2 systems
• Overseeing multiple installation projects

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Engineering and technology—knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
• Production and processing—knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Computers and electronics—knowledge of processors, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
• Mathematics—education and understanding of which mathematics to use and the ability to choose the proper mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
• Critical thinking—using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in either Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• At least 3‑5 years of engineering experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lifting, standing, walking, sitting, climbing, bending

COMPANY BENEFITS

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance to keep you healthy
• A robust 401(k) with company match to assist in securing your financial future
• Company‑provided life insurance
• Paid time off so you can have work‑life balance

APPLY ONLINE

Ready to apply? You can fill out a convenient online application form at westermeyerind.com/apply
Or contact [e-mail] to set up a time to apply in person.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as necessary to meet the ongoing needs of the organization as required by the department supervisor or other manager.

*Applicant must be able to pass a pre‑employment drug screening and criminal background check